Yorkshire Fundraising Conference 2027 - call for papers

We're looking for inspiring speakers to join us at the CIOF Yorkshire Fundraising Conference to be held in The Met, Leeds on Thursday 29 April 2027.

Theme: Thriving Through Change - From Pressure to Possibility

Fundraising is evolving faster than ever, and we're bringing together experts to share ideas, practical insights and real-world experiences that will help our sector thrive through change.

We're inviting applications across the three conference tracks:

  • Strategy & Leadership
    For leaders and aspiring leaders navigating change, shaping strategy and building resilient teams.
  • Income Generation
    Share practical approaches and insight, innovation and success stories across fundraising disciplines.
  • Early Careers | Sole Fundraisers | Small Charities
    Support those at the start of their fundraising journey or working in smaller organisations with practical, accessible and inspiring content.

We are committed to developing a conference programme that reflects a diversity of perspectives, experiences and voices. We encourage submissions from people of all backgrounds, including those who are underrepresented within our sector. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or presentation process, please let us know.

We're particularly keen to encourage first-time conference speakers.

Whether you're an experienced presenter or considering speaking for the very first time, we'd love to hear your ideas.

Together, let's create a conference that equips fundraisers to move from pressure to possibility.

Speaker application deadline: 15 October 2026

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